In the difficult climate of the Urals, special attention is paid to the choice of perennial flowers for the garden. They must withstand low winter temperatures, recurrent frosts and thaws. Also, the flowering period for such crops should not last longer than September. Among the perennial representatives there are varieties that are ideal for decorating a personal plot in the Urals.
The best varieties for a given region
When choosing crops that bloom all summer, several criteria are used:
- Adaptation to the climatic conditions of the region.
- Requirements for soil quality.
- Frequent maintenance required.
- Harmonious combination in height and color shades.
low growing flowers
Low-growing perennials are usually used in the design of borders and are planted in the foreground of compositions. The most prominent representatives of this group include the following plants:
- Armeria seaside. It is distinguished by its unpretentiousness and endurance; even the harsh winters of this region are not terrible for the plant. Due to its compact size (height about 20 cm), Armeria Primorska has found application in the design of alpine slides and borders. Flowers also look beautiful when you need to create low living fences or delimit zones within a garden plot.
- Phloxes. A representative of perennial plants, pleasing with color throughout the summer. The maximum height of phlox does not exceed 30 cm, and the incredible aroma spreads far beyond the site. Thanks to a wide range of color shades, gardeners create harmonious compositions to decorate the area.
- Pansies. Delicate inflorescences have a variety of colors, which makes it easier for the gardener to create an original composition on the site. Pansies are considered one of the most undemanding perennial plants and grow quietly in one place for up to 10 years. A nice bonus is that the flowering lasts all summer.
- Periwinkle. Blue and soft pink inflorescences of this crop traditionally decorate the plot of Russian gardeners. Periwinkle practically spreads along the ground, which allows you to create a lush and colorful carpet from it. The first flowers on the plant appear in early summer, and the last ones fade in early autumn.
- Gentian.It is characterized by increased frost resistance and blooms from the beginning of July until the last days of August. At this time, the bushes are covered with blue bells. Gentian is ideal for decorating an alpine slide.
Medium-sized perennials
If you combine medium-sized and low-growing varieties of flowers in one flowerbed, it will become more lush and voluminous. Among the flowers with medium height, the following are popular:
- Mountain cornflower. Bright blue flowers decorate this unpretentious perennial almost all summer. It does not reach a height of more than 60 cm. It becomes a harmonious part of any garden composition and does not require fertile soils or frequent irrigation.
- Lily. Elegance and beauty, and at the same time unpretentiousness - this is why gardeners always choose a lily in the composition on their site. Both an open sunny area and light partial shade are suitable for growing them.
- Irises. Bright and incredibly fragrant flowers will delight the eye on the site throughout the entire summer period, if you select varieties with different flowering periods. They are used both individually and in compositions with other crops.
- Garden chamomile. Niyavnik does not grow higher than 60 cm, its inflorescences-baskets are collected in corymbs. Snow-white petals and a bright yellow center look fresh and attractive. The plant does not require special care and grows even on not very fertile lands.
- Yarrow. This is not only an excellent decorative decoration for the site, but also a home medicine kit at hand. It does not require frequent moistening or replanting, and the variety of varieties with different flowering periods allows you to admire the beauty of the plant throughout the summer.
Tall perennial flowers
In the background of garden compositions, tall flowers look impressive, giving the flowerbed completeness and harmony.
Of the tall flowers, the following are suitable for the Urals:
- Echinacea. Another representative of medicinal plants, which is used not only to decorate the territory, but also for brewing immunostimulating drinks. The brown core looks like a bright accent against the background of soft lilac petals. Gardeners have the opportunity to admire the flowering of Echinacea throughout the summer.
- Astilbe. It is one of the tallest, stretching up to 150 cm. Suitable only for large flower beds, and then only for decorating the background. There are no special requirements for care.
- Delphinium. Bright flowers growing in the form of tall candles allow you to create colorful and spectacular arrangements. To prolong the pleasure of contemplating beautiful plants, purchase varieties with different flowering periods.
- Rudbeckia. A flower that looks like a sunny bright daisy becomes the main decoration of the site. Does not require fertile soil or frequent moisture.
Curly representatives
Climbing plants are used to decorate fences and vertical structures. Among the most popular and unpretentious are the following representatives:
- Kampsis. Lianas are characterized by a rapid growth rate and abundant flowering, which pleases the eye throughout the summer. The main decoration of the plant is its unusually shaped flowers.
- Basil. During the period when this crop blooms, it seems that the entire garden is floating in the clouds. A suitable place for its placement is partial shade, but if necessary it can grow in the sun or shade.White, cream, green, lilac flowers adorn two-meter-high strong stems. The only disadvantage of basil is that it does not tolerate close proximity to other plants.
- Clematis. Even for the difficult climate of the Urals, breeders have developed suitable varieties of this vine. It not only decorates unsightly buildings and fences, but also cleanses the air of toxins due to the presence of essential oils and tannins in the leaves.
Specifics of growing perennial flowers in the Urals
After the summer resident has decided on the choice of flowers for his garden, they begin planting. The description of each type includes recommendations for placement, soil requirements and timing of seed sowing. These parameters are different for each perennial flower.
The main condition for starting sowing is the absence of the threat of return frosts. The soil is pre-fed and the roots of weeds are selected from it.
General rules of care
The list of agrotechnical measures for caring for garden flowers includes standard procedures: watering, weeding and loosening, fertilizing. Tall species are recommended to be tied to supports so that they are not broken by gusts of wind. For winter, plants are cut down to ground level and insulation is built. In the spring, when warm weather sets in, it is removed so that the flowers do not rot.
